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Skavary · 5 January 2020, 12:19 PM

Hello Rolex Fam! Hope the new year is treating you guys well! I’m looking to add a vintage piece to my collection. It will be my first vintage piece. Something within the last 30 years or so.

Are there any particular references that you would recommend I look into? Forgive me for the newbie question, but there are so many that I really have no idea where to start.

I’m looking for either a sub, Pepsi, or root beer. Not looking to spend an arm and a leg, either.

Your insights would me much appreciated! Thanks!

mdx77 · 5 January 2020, 12:23 PM

Unfortunately, “vintage” is code word for “arm & a leg”....lol, j/k....kind of. Your budget/price range will mean a lot for references to be recommended IMHO.

Skavary · 5 January 2020, 12:25 PM

Around 10k?

watchmework · 5 January 2020, 12:36 PM

I’d pickup a 16710 Pepsi GMT.

locutus49 · 5 January 2020, 12:44 PM

Pepsi. Better move quick, they are going up in price.

csaltphoto · 5 January 2020, 12:44 PM

The good news is that the last 30 years are really not vintage. Most of the Rolexes in that range will have close to modern movements. Some of the older ones will have tritium hands/faces and dead lume but some people go for the "patina" thing. If you shop around you should be able to find a five digit in your price range. The four digits are all over the map depending on condition but have more of 'vintage-y" feel. HQ Milton is sort of the go-to to get an idea on price and condition for vintage. It also depends on how authentic you want the piece or are willing to settle for service hands and faces, polished, no box and papers, etc.

mdx77 · 5 January 2020, 01:04 PM

Well.....$10,000 doesn’t do much for “vintage” Rolex. Or at least the technical definition. You’d be hard pressed to find something for under that. My recommendation....Find yourself a vintage Tudor Submariner. You’d be very happy as the case, crown and bracelet will all be stock Rolex parts and keep yourself under $10,000.

Rado63 · 5 January 2020, 01:19 PM

It sounds like you would be interested in early five digit References. For instance 16610 Submariner came out in 1989. GMT 16750 introduced 1981. So if you want to hover around 30 years old then here are two examples. The issue becomes, authenticity,and service parts. Best is to buy from dealer who sell vintage, HQMilton, MathewBain, Eric Wind. Tell them what you are looking and how much you want to spend. 10K may not be enough but a good start.

Nikrnic · 5 January 2020, 01:26 PM

It can be done for 10k + do your homework, be patient..

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springer · 5 January 2020, 01:32 PM

You can find some very nice, totally correct GMT 1675 root beers for under $10,000 if you know where to look.

Depewja · 5 January 2020, 01:39 PM

I've been looking into vintage a bit too lately, but seem to be finding nice pieces to be in the area of $15k at least when looking at four digit subs with all original parts. Haven't really starting researching GMTs yet though. Happy hunting!

Skavary · 5 January 2020, 02:32 PM

Very interesting. Thanks for the insight! I know Mike at Rolliworks sells some pieces that he services with a 2 year warranty? Any of these good options? Right around 10k also!

inadeje · 5 January 2020, 02:33 PM

I have a birth year 5513 maxi dial and absolutely love it. There’s something special about some of the vintage pieces.

Bladeshot · 5 January 2020, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by springer

You can find some very nice, totally correct GMT 1675 root beers for under $10,000 if you know where to look.

Beautiful!

sillo · 5 January 2020, 02:39 PM

Could look at a matte 16800. Vintage watch with some of the more modern features like sapphire, quickset date and high beat movement.

jamesthejeweller · 5 January 2020, 09:56 PM

16718 Serti. I added this to the collection last year. Definitely a wild card, but I love it.

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Number3 · 5 January 2020, 11:29 PM

Quite a bit over budget but arguably the most exquisite Rootbeer I’ve ever seen - in the classifieds now;

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=716043

SubMarine · 5 January 2020, 11:35 PM

16710 is the smart choice.

wilsonpepper · 6 January 2020, 08:03 AM

Very nice 16700 in classifieds also. $9k

Fire bloke · 6 January 2020, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by watchmework

I’d pickup a 16710 Pepsi GMT.

Agree

ROLLiWORKS · 9 January 2020, 02:37 PM

This one?

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csaltphoto · 9 January 2020, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by ROLLiWORKS

This one?

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I was going to mention that since I saw it on IG but wasn't sure if we could mention other peoples sales.

BUT... A happy customer from Rolliworks.

1665fan · 9 January 2020, 10:11 PM

I’d vote 16800 matte also, some in the 9-10k range out there for sure and def vintage

jioannou · 9 January 2020, 11:07 PM

16800... perfect transitional piece! Look for one with a Matte dial

Onequik135i · 10 January 2020, 12:22 AM

16800 has my vote too for the $10k vintage budget.

5 January 2020, 12:19 PM	#1
Skavary "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: US Posts: 102	Adding a Vintage Sub, Pepsi, or Root Beer to Collection Hello Rolex Fam! Hope the new year is treating you guys well! I’m looking to add a vintage piece to my collection. It will be my first vintage piece. Something within the last 30 years or so. Are there any particular references that you would recommend I look into? Forgive me for the newbie question, but there are so many that I really have no idea where to start. I’m looking for either a sub, Pepsi, or root beer. Not looking to spend an arm and a leg, either. Your insights would me much appreciated! Thanks!

5 January 2020, 12:23 PM	#2
mdx77 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Kurt Location: Philly Burbs!! Posts: 3,296	Unfortunately, “vintage” is code word for “arm & a leg”....lol, j/k....kind of. Your budget/price range will mean a lot for references to be recommended IMHO. __________________ “This is your last chance. After this, there is no turning back. You take the BLUE pill - the story ends; you wake up in your bed and believe whatever you want to believe. You take the RED pill - you stay in Wonderland, and I show you how deep the rabbit hole goes.” Rolex Submariner 116610LV Hulk \| Rolex GMT 16710 Pepsi \| Omega Speedmaster “Speedy Tuesday” \| Tudor Black Bay 79220R “ETA Rose” \| Tudor Pelagos Blue Dial \| Rolex Submariner Yellow Gold 116618LB \| Rolex Milgauss “Z-Blue” 116400GV

5 January 2020, 01:04 PM	#7
mdx77 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Kurt Location: Philly Burbs!! Posts: 3,296	Well.....$10,000 doesn’t do much for “vintage” Rolex. Or at least the technical definition. You’d be hard pressed to find something for under that. My recommendation....Find yourself a vintage Tudor Submariner. You’d be very happy as the case, crown and bracelet will all be stock Rolex parts and keep yourself under $10,000. __________________ “This is your last chance. After this, there is no turning back. You take the BLUE pill - the story ends; you wake up in your bed and believe whatever you want to believe. You take the RED pill - you stay in Wonderland, and I show you how deep the rabbit hole goes.” Rolex Submariner 116610LV Hulk \| Rolex GMT 16710 Pepsi \| Omega Speedmaster “Speedy Tuesday” \| Tudor Black Bay 79220R “ETA Rose” \| Tudor Pelagos Blue Dial \| Rolex Submariner Yellow Gold 116618LB \| Rolex Milgauss “Z-Blue” 116400GV

5 January 2020, 01:19 PM	#8
Rado63 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Alan Location: Northern, CA Watch: 116334 Posts: 2,215	It sounds like you would be interested in early five digit References. For instance 16610 Submariner came out in 1989. GMT 16750 introduced 1981. So if you want to hover around 30 years old then here are two examples. The issue becomes, authenticity,and service parts. Best is to buy from dealer who sell vintage, HQMilton, MathewBain, Eric Wind. Tell them what you are looking and how much you want to spend. 10K may not be enough but a good start. __________________ Rolex 116334 126600 228235

5 January 2020, 02:32 PM	#12
Skavary "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: US Posts: 102	Adding a Vintage Sub, Pepsi, or Root Beer to Collection Very interesting. Thanks for the insight! I know Mike at Rolliworks sells some pieces that he services with a 2 year warranty? Any of these good options? Right around 10k also!

5 January 2020, 12:25 PM	#3
Skavary "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: US Posts: 102	Around 10k?

5 January 2020, 12:36 PM	#4
watchmework "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: DC Watch: 126710BLRO, 116600 Posts: 7,869	I’d pickup a 16710 Pepsi GMT.

5 January 2020, 12:44 PM	#5
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	Pepsi. Better move quick, they are going up in price.

5 January 2020, 12:44 PM	#6
csaltphoto "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: US Watch: sub Posts: 2,325	The good news is that the last 30 years are really not vintage. Most of the Rolexes in that range will have close to modern movements. Some of the older ones will have tritium hands/faces and dead lume but some people go for the "patina" thing. If you shop around you should be able to find a five digit in your price range. The four digits are all over the map depending on condition but have more of 'vintage-y" feel. HQ Milton is sort of the go-to to get an idea on price and condition for vintage. It also depends on how authentic you want the piece or are willing to settle for service hands and faces, polished, no box and papers, etc.

5 January 2020, 01:26 PM	#9
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,161	It can be done for 10k + do your homework, be patient.. Sent from my SM-G970U using Tapatalk

5 January 2020, 01:39 PM	#11
Depewja "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Texas Posts: 175	I've been looking into vintage a bit too lately, but seem to be finding nice pieces to be in the area of $15k at least when looking at four digit subs with all original parts. Haven't really starting researching GMTs yet though. Happy hunting!

5 January 2020, 02:33 PM	#13
inadeje 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Miami Watch: me lose count. Posts: 5,606	I have a birth year 5513 maxi dial and absolutely love it. There’s something special about some of the vintage pieces. __________________ ♛ 116689 ♛ 116500LN Blk ♛ 116500LN Wht ♛ Sky Dweller 326934-003 ♛ 126710BLNR ♛ 126710BLRO - ♛ 126610LV ♛ 16520 ♛ 16523 ♛ 16610 ♛ 5513 Birth Year - ✠ Patek Philippe 5980/1A-001 - AP 26331ST Panda - Panerai Fiddy 127, Bronzo 671, 687, 111, Ω Speedmaster 1957 Broad Arrow, Daniel Roth Endurer Chronosprint, Cartier Santos XL - ✿ Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze M79012M, Montblanc TimeWalker Chrono 41

5 January 2020, 02:39 PM	#15
sillo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Sean Location: NY Watch: 5 Digit Posts: 2,840	Could look at a matte 16800. Vintage watch with some of the more modern features like sapphire, quickset date and high beat movement. __________________ 14060 \| 16570 \| 16600 \| 16700 \| 16800 \| 79260 @TheGMTHand

5 January 2020, 09:56 PM	#16
jamesthejeweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: James Location: TAX EXILE Watch: PLATONA Posts: 637	16718 Serti. I added this to the collection last year. Definitely a wild card, but I love it. Sent from my SM-N960F using Tapatalk __________________ Stay Cool J-T-J

5 January 2020, 11:29 PM	#17
Number3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: London Watch: 114060LB Posts: 3,837	Quite a bit over budget but arguably the most exquisite Rootbeer I’ve ever seen - in the classifieds now; https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=716043

5 January 2020, 11:35 PM	#18
SubMarine Banned Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Douglas Location: London, UK & USA Watch: Submariner 16610 Posts: 723	16710 is the smart choice.

6 January 2020, 08:03 AM	#19
wilsonpepper 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: USA Watch: All of them Posts: 473	Very nice 16700 in classifieds also. $9k

9 January 2020, 02:37 PM	#21
ROLLiWORKS "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Michael H Posts: 964	This one? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 January 2020, 10:11 PM	#23
1665fan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: East coast Posts: 6,630	I’d vote 16800 matte also, some in the 9-10k range out there for sure and def vintage

9 January 2020, 11:07 PM	#24
jioannou "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: london Posts: 62	16800... perfect transitional piece! Look for one with a Matte dial

10 January 2020, 12:22 AM	#25
Onequik135i "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: 116610LV Posts: 2,457	16800 has my vote too for the $10k vintage budget. __________________ 126710BLRO-0001 / 116610LV / 116613LB / Silver Snoopy / PAM24 / PAM111

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